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X579 HBC

2001 Malaguti Firefox

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,702 mi
Last recorded11,702 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2006
Typical for 2001 Malaguti Firefox6,628 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX579 HBC
MakeMalaguti
ModelFirefox
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 8 Mar 2006 11,702 miles

How Reliable is the Malaguti Firefox?

Based on 2,944 MOT tests across 739 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
744
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
739
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 153
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 116
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 115
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 72
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 67
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X579 HBC is a 2001 Malaguti Firefox in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Malaguti Firefox models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 6,628 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Malaguti Firefox fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X579 HBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Malaguti Firefox typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Malaguti Firefox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X579 HBC registered?

X579 HBC is a 2001 Malaguti Firefox, first registered on 6 February 2001.

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